This Division is responsible for the collection of refuse, street sweeping and enforcement of related environmental codes adopted by City Council. Services include: Garbage Collection Garbage Collection serves both residential and commercial customers. Residential garbage is collected once weekly, from standardized containers using semi-automated collection equipment. Trash Collection Trash Collection collects dry trash and yard trimmings for all city residents. Separated trash is collected one time per week. Street Sweeping Street Sweeping sweeps city streets with regenerative air sweepers. Additionally, Grounds Custodians are assigned daily in designated commercial areas to empty public trash receptacles and pick up litter. Environmental Code Enforcement Inspectors survey sites for compliance with the city’s Environmental Ordinance. Inspectors investigate complaints, issue citations for violations and prepare cases for presentation to the Municipal Court. For further information on collections during the holidays, please refer to the attached schedule.
Sam PriceSuperintendent of Environmental Services 1950 Milford StreetCharleston, SC 29405Phone 843-724-7364Fax 843-805-3231prices@charleston-sc.gov